Meaning of the word sunset in English

What does sunset mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sunset

US /ˈsʌn.set/
UK /ˈsʌn.set/
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Noun

1.

the time in the evening when the sun disappears or goes below the horizon

Example:
We watched the beautiful sunset over the ocean.
The sky turned orange and pink at sunset.
2.

the final stage of something, especially a period of decline or ending

Example:
The company is in the sunset of its operations.
It was the sunset of an era.
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